Spectregraph #1

If you are a fan of James Tynion IV's other books such as Something is Killing the Children or The Nice House on the Lake, then Spectregraph is a must-read. Christian Ward's artwork perfectly illustrates the script Tynion is tell, while Aditya Bidikar‘s lettering adds another amazing layer to the story, making for a complete reading experience. The eerie and uneasiness you feel in the debut issue makes you want to read with the lights on and your back to the wall. Read Full Review

Spectregraph #1 is a fantstic debut, offering a glimpse into what promises to be an intriguing series. DSTLRY presents it in a visually stunning format that does justice to both the story and the artwork. I highly recommend visiting your local comic shop to pick up the first issue and adding Spectregraph to your pull list. This series is undoubtedly on the path to greatness. Read Full Review

This is what A-tier comics, and A-tier horror comics, look like folks. Read Full Review

Spectregraph #1 is a fantastic, character driven horror tale from some of the greatest minds in comics today. Read Full Review

Mixing in true horror elements with human emotion, Spectregraph #1 leaves readers with a tremendous starting point for a bigger story. Tynion weaves in flawed characters in between a growing plot with superb writing. Ward adds in impressive visuals that bend reality into a haunting experience for the reader. It's a debut that will have many fans talking at the comic shops when they pick this up. Read Full Review

Taking the chance to release a new series at comics' hottest new publisher DSTLRY, Spectregraph #1 features the horror writer as his scariest and most disturbing depths to date. Read Full Review

For newcomers to DSTLRY comics, this title offers a memorable entry point, contributing to the publisher's impressive library. While it may not deliver conventional haunts and terrors, 'Spectregraph #1' is a story worth experiencing, and will leave readers eager for what lies ahead. Read Full Review

SinceAge7

Apr 29, 2024

Here we go down the hole......

Bigpoppa393

May 23, 2024

really digging this

motorik

Apr 24, 2024

Tynion's works outside of Batman are routinely superb. I'm sure the ultra-conservative comics nutjobs on here won't approve.

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DogPants - Apr 24, 2024

Being opposed to communism does not make one a nut job. Supporting communism does though.

DDJamesB

May 12, 2024

Gives off the vibe of Archive 81 on Netflix. It's a good opening issue. Doesn't give a lot away, which normally isn't my favorite, but it did a really good job of making me invested.

AmericanHealthcare

May 12, 2024

It's completely fine, but for 9 bucks? This would be solid for 4 or even 5 as a normal sized book, but 8.99 is bananas, especially with how much filler dialogue you get in Tynion books.

derbycomics

Apr 26, 2024

Spectregraph #1, previously teased in DSTLRY's THE DEVIL'S CUT last year, presents an intriguing concept that feels reminiscent of Tynion's past sci-fi horror stories, a mix of Department of Truth, W0RLDTR33, Nice House at the End of the Lake, & SIKTC. While it didn't immediately capture my attention as some of these other works of his, this first issue hints at a rich narrative with much to be uncovered. Part of the reason I couldn't get into this fully is that I wasn't immediately invested in the characters introduced. Janie, the main character, makes some VERY questionable choices that physically made me angry and, while it may be my privilege showing, are choices I don't think anyone would make. Val, the other prominent character, wa lked a tightrope of being captivating & a caricature. From a visual perspective, Ward's signature art style shines through with vibrant, bold colors that bring the pages to life. The opening sequence is particularly striking, with bright orange flames that seem to leap off the page. However, outside of a few key scenes, Ward's talents aren't fully utilized. It was a far cry from his recent work in Batman: City of Madness where every page felt like it was stretching his skills to the max. Bidikar is one of the industry's best letterers & does a great job here, though one speech bubble in my ARC appeared to be attributed to the wrong character. Hopefully that got fixed in a final edit. Overall, SPECTREGRAPH #1 is a solid, if unspectacular start to what has the making of a thrilling & unsettling ride if we can get a bit more from the creative team. more

reading@dabeach

May 04, 2024

The writing is atrocious. You follow a phone call for 40 pages, and the characterization it accomplishes by then could've been done in less than half of that space without the pain. Artwork is self-indulgent, forgoing comic book conventions to go its own way in a scraggly and unattractive manner. The plot itself doesn't seem too bad, but the dialogue smothers it in the crib.